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Starting right off the bat this week, Alyssa met the designers on the runway, informing them of a visit to a castle for the rest of the challenge details. However, she didn’t say what type of castle! The designers arrived to find they were at an inflatable bouncy castle, filled with all types of balls — toys, rubber, sports, etc. They were tasked to create a modern day ball-gown with the use of these unconventional materials, the balls!

The designers had 5 minutes to gather their supplies. An interesting note was that it seemed almost all of the balls were taken from the castle, yet the designers were later told they didn’t get enough materials?? Either way, it was a “make it work” moment for this 1-day challenge.

The designers upon arriving back to the workroom were excited to get creative! Helen whined a bit, but most of the bunch were having fun with this challenge. A lot of the balls to choose from were similar in color, so naturally, there were similarly colored looks being created, multi-colored rainbow and gold for example. So who would win those individual duos and who would just plain win out for the week! To help judge, this week’s guest judge was country singer Kacey Musgraves.

For those safe with the week, I felt there was a reason for this. There was some good and some bad aspects within a given look as a whole, so overall, just the need for a bit more of a push from certain designers. Having seen the next week’s episode already, I know Ken landed in the top, but I would have rather seen him on top this week because I did really like his look a lot! It was super sexy and I loved the color!

But onto the judges’ top 3, we have Stanley, Fabio, and Kimberly. I actually think the judges were not all in agreement with Kimberly’s look. It read a little “barbie princess” to me, more junior than modern ball gown. So certainly for the win, it had to have been Fabio or Stanley.

I didn’t love Stanley’s look, and certainly not enough for a win. I got this candy-esque vibe from it, but as always, he did do some high quality work. For me, the winner was Fabio. I have been much more impressed with Fabio this go-round than on his original season. And this look was just another check mark in the book for me with him (picture above, Stanley below)!

Shout-outs — Umberto for Hair!!

In the bottom 3, we had Amanda, Helen, and Candice. I am not sure how Helen landed in the bottom. Her look was a basic silhouette, but it was so well-made, great color palette, this just made 0 sense! There were some other options that could have taken her bottom 3 placement.

Amanda and Candice were also in the bottom. Amanda, granted her look had fit issues, it was a little costume-y, but there was an interesting quality to it that I appreciated. It was so different than the rest and really stayed true to Amanda as a designer.

I think from this bunch, it was obvious Candice would be out. The bottom part was just so bad. It sucks to say, but it felt like a let-down. I know Candice is better than this, and it was just one where the challenge won out. I’m very excited to see Candice very soon with NYFW!

That is the question and we are waiting on all of you young and beautiful ladies to give us the answer! This is the first of many Prom 2015 posts to come. And so first up is a poll, showcasing some popular trends for Prom 2015. We want to know the verdict straight from all of you readers, fans, and the like — What are you loving for Prom 2015?!?

Fashion Nexus is super excited to be collaborating with Mac Duggal for the upcoming prom season! Mac Duggal is a modern, high-end, luxurious dress and gown brand. Featured in this poll are some of Mac Duggal’s most popular looks. So again, let us hear your voice. Which dress do you love the most?!? The poll is at the end of this Top 10 list, so don’t forget to VOTE, VOTE, VOTE!

This breathtaking gown features both an elegance and a vintage flare, from the beautiful sweetheart neckline to the all over lace applique. Sheer illusion cutouts peak out on the sides and front as more lace trims the edges. The open back looks absolutely amazing with lace that wraps around. Just when you thought this dress had it all, a lovely tulle skirt jets out above the knees with more lace detailing sporadically interspersed.

This full on lace dress looks striking with floral embellishments, in both black/nude or lemon multi-color. The sweetheart neckline features a lace appliqué along the front and back. Exposed corset boning looks severely chic and sexy! Crystals sparkle on the lace for extra shine and shimmer. The skirt flares out above the knees and features layers of tulle on the sides.

This black or nude number features a high bateau neckline, shimmering with layers of sequins that wrap around to the completely open and low back. An intricate sequin pattern continues to swirl along the bodice and onto the sheer illusion waistline. All along the overlay skirt more vine pattern lines of color-matching sequins sparkle.

With a lace appliqué featured throughout the nude dress and atop the skirt, light-catching sequins glitter along the floral embellishments. From the wide straps to the sweetheart neckline, the crop top features a corset bodice for maximum hold and comfort.

Crop tops are of course all the rage! This phenomenal 2-piece also comes in royal blue and black. It’s super-stunning as is sparkles and shimmers from head to toe. The high collar sheer neckline and capped sleeves are embellished with color-matching sequins and stones. A slight chevron stripe style beading flows along the sheer skirt.

With color matching stones and silver beading along the strapless sweetheart neckline and bodice, you will look picture perfect as you make a grand entrance in this Jade ball gown. A satin wrap around belt is featured high along the waistline with a silver rhinestone clip in the center. Layers of jade colored tulle create an expansive ball gown skirt that elegantly falls to the floor.

This gown comes in bright neon coral or royal blue, featuring a bateau neckline with crystal embellishments around the neck that then lead into the back. More crystal stones continue to decorate the sheer neckline. The bust is fabulously ruched. The skirt features a chiffon breakaway skirt over silk material with a high leg slit.

Flowing and angelic, a prom dress has never looked this demure and this elegant, offered in mint green, coral, or white! The gorgeous bodice is embellished along the strapless sweetheart neckline with sequins and AB stones that perfectly capture the light. Elegant beading clusters around the center, as ruching is revealed all along the empire waistline. The long flowing skirt sweeps across the floor, while a breakaway chiffon skirt layers over. A high leg slit is the final touch for this exquisite gown!

In such striking colors of red and black it’s no wonder that this long prom dress is a royal gem! A modest bateau neckline features an intricate design of silver embellishments. AB stones and silver sequins sparkle along the front and then trim the open back. A sheer illusion bodice leads into a stretch jersey skirt and high leg slit on the side.

Spring has sprung with this gorgeous gown in the three fabulous colors — red, ivory, and sunshine yellow! Taking a cue from simplistic styling, this beautiful prom dress features a bateau neckline, sheer bodice, and chiffon overlay skirt. Lace trims the edges along the neck and sleeves, with a lace appliqué that embellishes the entire bodice. A ruched empire waistline ties into a neat bow in the back to show off the spectacular circular opening. However you do not have to tie the bow up in the back as it can hang down long.

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The talented students of The Art Institute of NYC recently put on their Spring 2015 student show at MBFW, The Theatre at Lincoln Center. One of AI’s underlying missions is “Creativity for Life.” And with this amazing student presentation just put on, I’m positive these young designers will not be running out of creative design juices anytime soon! It’s great they are in an environment where their creative ideas can flourish.

There were 12 students who presented mini-capsule collections. Nearly 100 students lent a helping hand in making this show a reality. Let’s see what this bright dozen have in store for Spring 2015!